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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds Native Americans and Alaska Natives are more likely to report their health is fair or poor compared to other groups, particularly Caucasians. Rates of diabetes, suicide and chronic illnesses are often higher in Native communities. National Native News is teaming up with New Mexico In Focus and the USC Annenberg-Center for Health Journalism this fall for a series highlighting health and wellness in Native America. PBS. The series will examine some of the ways Indigenous people in California, New Mexico and Arizona are taking control of their mental and physical health. Read more…
